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2024 Lok Sabha elections: Either way, it is a triumph of democracy in Jammu and Kashmir

By Ashok Bhan People in Jammu and Kashmir feel the prolonged Governor rule is continuously depriving them of their legitimate fundamental right to vote and elect the representative government of ...

The Uncivil Code

The Bill passed by the legislative assembly in Uttarakhand has drawn criticism for its failure to acknowledge the unique religious identity and practices of personal laws. Certain clauses in the Bill are alarming as they contravene this core principle

Fast-Track Arbitration: Analysis of Section 29(B) of Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Act 2015

By Dr Sandeep Singh The Arbitration & Conciliation Act of 2015 primarily focuses on Fast-Track Arbitration, an alternative dispute resolution mechanism. Emphasizing expediency and cost-effecti...

Outdated & Obsolete

A proposal to abolish cantonments, for which the defence ministry incurs about Rs 500 crore, has been welcomed by civilians residing there as it will mean restoration of their ownership and fundamental rights

Electoral bonds: A milestone judgment

The verdict, which reintroduces caps on corporate donations and emphasises transparency in political funding, is a turning point for Indian democracy By Ashok Bhan In a historic judgment, the S...

Crusaders Cut to Size?

The UP government has moved a bill to reduce the term of Lokayuktas from eight years to five. But in the age of near total surveillance, are such sinecures even needed?

At Your Service

Recognising this form of service for certain categories of accused is a wise and constructive move towards reformation and will decrease overcrowding in many jails 

Market mark-up

The overall market cap of Indian equity markets has grown beyond the Hong Kong market to become the fourth largest in the world. This is a time to be cautious and keep the faith of investors with diligence

Mahatma Gandhi: An apostle of peace, societal equanimity, and unity

By Ashok Bhan Mahatma Gandhi, an icon of peace, societal harmony, and unity, continues to inspire and guide the world even decades after his assassination. On this solemn occasion of his remembran...

Supreme Court Diamond Jubilee: A matter of pride to practise law in the temple of Justice

By Ashok Bhan Having been exiled from my native homeland, the Kashmir Valley, where I was successfully practising Law in the high court, I am uninterruptedly practising Law in the Supreme Court of...

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